Prediction on the game between Leinster and Munster: How will this game unfold?

Leinster will clash against Munster at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday. Despite losing two of their last three matches, Leinster have won the last four games against Munster. How will this game unfold? I will take a proper look at the preview of this game and offer free betting opportunities.

Leinster and Munster: Match Start Date and Time

Leinster and Munster will face off at the Aviva Stadium at exactly 19:15 on Saturday, October 18th, 2025.

• Match: Leinster vs Munster
• Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
• Kick-Off Time: 19:15
• Stadium: Aviva Stadium

Where to watch Leinster vs Munster: Free live stream, free-to-air channel

Leinster: Form and Statistics

Leinster: Form and Statistics

Leinster: WWLLW

• R3: Leinster 31-5 Sharks
• R2: Bulls 39-31 Leinster
• R1: Stormers 35-0 Leinster
• United Rugby Championship Play Offs Final: Leinster 32-7 Bulls
• United Rugby Championship Play Offs Semi-final: Leinster 37-19 Glasgow Warriors

After losing two straight games, Leinster had a satisfying result in their last match, getting 31-5 against the Sharks. In this match, they won 21-5 in the first half and conceded no points in the second half, ending 10-0. They have lost two games this season, against the Stormers and the Bulls, before winning their last game against the Sharks. Nevertheless, Leinster have been playing exceptionally well at home, having won their previous six home games. Notably, they have achieved the lowest points total of 31 and their highest points conceded is 21, illustrating their best performance at home in their last four home games.

Leinster Team News

Jamie Osborne made a return to the squad last weekend, and I expect him to continue in this game. Robbie Henshaw was injured in the second half against Hollywoodbets Sharks and remains doubtful for this clash. There is no update about Hugo Keenan, Joe McCarthy, Caelan Doris, and Cormac Foley.

Leinster: Roster for the Match

• Jamie Osborne
• Jimmy O’Brien
• Gus McCarthy
• Ciarán Frawley
• James Lowe
• Harry Byrne
• Fintan Gunne
• Paddy McCarthy
• Rónan Kelleher
• Tadhg Furlong
• Brian Deeny
• Ryan Baird
• Alex Soroka
• Josh van der Flier
• Max Deegan

Munster: Form and Statistics

Munster: Form and Statistics

Munster: WLWWW

• R3: Munster 20-19 Edinburgh
• R2: Munster 23-20 Cardiff Rugby
• R1: Scarlets 21-34 Munster
• United Rugby Championship Play Offs quarter-final: Sharks 25-24 Munster
• R18: Munster 30-21 Benetton

Munster secured a tight 20-19 win in their last outing against Edinburgh, giving them their third straight win of the season. In this match, Munster played well and with confidence, securing victories in both halves by showcasing agility and energy throughout. The Red Army has not recorded a loss this new season, winning all the games they played. The achievements include wins against the Scarlets, Cardiff Rugby, and Edinburgh. Moreover, 34 is the highest point they have earned, and 21 is the lowest in all three games.

Munster: Team News

After two years of absence, Edwin Edogbo finally made a return last weekend, and he is expected to continue with the boys here, and John Ryan will hope to get his second appearance of the season. Niall Scannell is currently unavailable and will return after a week due to an ankle injury. Craig Casey is currently out with a thigh injury and is expected to return after two weeks. Alex Kendellen is recovering from an ankle injury and is expected to return after five to eight weeks. Conor Bartley is currently out with a thigh injury and is expected to return in five to eight weeks.

Munster: Roster for the Match

• Mike Haley
• Calvin Nash
• Tom Farrell
• Seán O’Brien
• Andrew Smith
• JJ Hanrahan
• Paddy Patterson
• Michael Milne
• Diarmuid Barron
• Oli Jager
• Jean Kleyn
• Fineen Wycherley
• Jack O’Donoghue
• Ruadhán Quinn
• Gavin Coombes.

Leinster vs Munster Head-to-Head Statistics

Leinster vs Munster Head-to-Head Statistics

Leinster and Munster have met five times since 2023. Leinster won four times, while Munster won once. Their last game resulted in a 7-28 win for Leinster.

• 27/12/2024: Munster 7-28 Leinster
• 12/10/2024: Leinster 26-12 Munster
• 26/12/2023: Munster 3-9 Leinster
• 25/11/2023: Leinster 21-16 Munster
• 13/05/2023: Leinster 15-16 Munster

Leinster vs Munster Tips & Odds

Leinster vs Munster Tips & Odds

The latest 1xbet betting odds for the Saturday World United Rugby Championship clash at Aviva Stadium are shown here:

Head to Head: Leinster $1.10, Munster $7.50, Tie $34.00

Handicap: Leinster -15.5 ($1.91), Munster +15.5 ($1.91)

Goal (Odd/Even): Odd $1.83, Even $1.83.

Who will win the match, Leinster vs Munster?

Using advanced computer power and data, Telecom Asia has simulated the result of the World United Rugby Championship round 4 match between Leinster and Munster 10,000 times.

Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives Munster a 13% chance of beating Leinster in the World United Rugby Championship round 4.

Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.

Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, 1xbet currently has Leinster at $1.10 and Munster at $7.50.

Leinster are listed to cover up to -15.5 points underdogs against Munster, with odds of $1.91 available at 1xbet.

For Munster (+15.5), 1xbet offers odds of $1.91.

The odd/even to be scored at 1xbet have odds of $1.83 for odd and for even has $1.83.

Leinster vs Munster Match Prediction

Leinster vs Munster Match Prediction

Although the head-to-head trend is not in their favor in this game, I still believe Munster will win. They have been flawless since the start of the season with three straight wins, and the mixed result of Leinster shows they are not in their best form. An even scoreline has resulted twice in their last three games. I hope for an even score line here.

Our match prediction: Handicap (+15.5) for Munster for a coefficient of 1.90 in the Bet365 bookmaker.

Our betting tip: Munster will win here for a coefficient of 7.80 in the Betway bookmaker.

Our final betting tip: An even scoreline for a coefficient of 1.83 in the 1xbet bookmaker.